Natural Disaster Risk — ZIP Code 96027

Natural Hazard Profile: ZIP 96027, California

ZIP 96027 covers part of the Etna area, in the western mountain region near the Pacific Coast. The surrounding region experiences dry summers and mild, wet winters with pronounced drought cycles, with a critical fire season from late summer through fall shaping the natural hazards that residents of this ZIP code face. Risk scores here are derived from FEMA data for the encompassing county.

FEMA rates ZIP 96027's composite natural disaster risk at 5.9 out of 10 — moderate risk. The threat from nearby active volcanoes tops the local risk profile, with potential hazards including ash fall that disrupts air travel and agriculture, and lava that threatens infrastructure. Residents should also account for drought and wildfire risk in their preparedness planning.

ZIP 96027's risk score, near the 5.9/10 state average and above the U.S. national average of 4.5/10. Of the 18 hazard categories tracked by FEMA, the highest-scoring are volcano, drought, and wildfire. These scores reflect county-level data and represent the baseline risk that all communities in the county share.

ZIP 96027's moderate risk profile means that while catastrophic events are less frequent, they do occur. Standard homeowners insurance typically covers many common hazards here, but confirming that volcano exposure is adequately protected is a worthwhile step for property owners.